Melanoma: Warning Signs
Asymmetry, border, color, diameter, and evolution are the warning signs to take care of moles. Dr. Deborah Longwill, Dermatologist with Baptist Health South Florida, explains asymmetry means that the edges of the border are not symmetrical, and if you cut …
Uses of Sunscreen
Dr. Ileana Perez-Quintairos, Dermatologist at Baptist Health South Florida affirms daily sunscreen with SPF (Sun Protection Factor) 30 is highly recommended for daily use.
The specialist also explains for prolonged exposure it is convenient to use a higher SPF, which …
Protecting your Skin from the Sun
If you work outside you can protect your skin using sunscreen, sitting in shade and wearing protective clothing.
Michelle Brewster, Internal Medicine Physician with Baptist Health South Florida, says all of them are important to prevent sunburn.
She explains there …
Sunburn Treatment
Dr. Debra Price, Dermatologist with Baptist Health South Florida, says in case of getting a sunburn the important thing is to put a moisturizer on your skin, to take an anti-inflammatory agent like aspirin or Advil, and to put some …
Learning About Our Biggest Organ
Skin is the largest organ in our body. Its main function is protecting people from environment, particularly bacteria, fungus and unwanted substances, says Dr. Nina Dieguez, Internal Medicine Physician with Baptist Health South Florida.
With a digital imaging, Dr. Dieguez …
Retinoid Is The Best Anti-Aging Product
Retinoid is one of the products most proven to have anti-aging functions, affirms Dr. Ileana Perez-Quintairos, Dermatologist at Baptist Health at South Florida.
There are many types of retinoid which the specialist can prescribe. The treatment is designed in steps. …
